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HELLO, I'M LEWIS
I am an experimental archaeology professional specializing in mesolithic culture, replica items and Wild foods. My five years of teaching experience has focused on ethno-ecology in prehistory, from contemporary to archaeological items, as well as collaborative museology. I am a detail-oriented, highly organized, and motivated person, and I'm always looking for challenging projects and opportunities to expand my skillset. I have particular experience in consultations and assessment of mesolithic lifeways, living history for public engagement and research requirements. At present my achievements are attributed to self teaching and self accreditation however I am seeking an opportunity for entrance into academia.
Please explore this portfolio through the toolbar at the top of the page to see examples of my work and experiences!
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Copyright 2022 by Lewis T. Tingle
Lewis Tingle at Creswell Crags unearthing a Burdock root as part of a research project about wild foods during the late mesolithic.
ABOUT ME
I have worked with prehistoric living history and public engagement since 2021. My primary focus is on late mesolithic lifeways in Britain. As a flint worker and lithics specialist I have also worked with a range of natural materials and try to develop the field with my own approach to heritage crafts. As a practitioner at institutions including the Yorkshire Museum, Heritage House, and the Peak District National Trust I developed a hands-on approach and a focused interest in prehistoric collections which I try to analyse through experimental techniques. My early experiences working with Native peoples and collections, including three unguided trips with indigenous groups in Tanzania, North America and Central Europe, cemented my commitment to collaborative work with indigenous communities, fostering preservation and access for objects which connect us to diverse histories and engage with a wider audience. Working as a practitioner at the Yorkshire museum in 2023 I was involved in an exhibition named 'After the Ice' where I assisted in the reconstruction of a Star Carr house which was constructed within the museum gardens. I then went on to deliver a week long living history event where I provided flint knapping and natural cordage making activities for the public. This further emphasized my commitment to community-oriented museum practices.
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More recently I have been involved at Creswell Crags where I have been trialing my book - 'Wild Human'. As the site at Creswell is just a short walk from where I spent my early life no doubt that the caves and museum there has and will continue to have a lasting impression on my career.